WILMINGTON, Del.—DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products announced its renewably sourced Zemea® propanediol was reviewed and certified by the USDA as a 100-percent bio-based ingredient. Zemea is a natural ingredient developed for use in cosmetics, personal care and home cleaning products. It is a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based glycols where the product’s lack of skin irritation, improved moisturization and excellent sensorial attributes are benefits. The USDA approval adds to the growing list of independent certifications for Zemea® which has also been recognized by Ecocert ™ and the Natural Products Association as an ingredient of natural origin.
“We are excited Zemea is now a part of the Biobased Labeling program. This label will help our customers and downstream consumers easily recognize products that are made with bio-based ingredients," said Joe DeSalvo, marketing director, DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products.
“In addition to its bio-based content, the Zemea manufacturing process delivers excellent environmental performance resulting in a lower energy usage and less greenhouse gas emissions when compared to its petroleum equivalent," added DeSalvo.